Following the violent incidents in Giessen, the city attempted to ban the festival to prevent further violence, but this effort was unsuccessful in court.

Germany and Sweden host large Eritrean populations, many of whom accuse government-affiliated events of serving as propaganda for the regime in Asmara.

This authoritarian environment has prompted hundreds of thousands of Eritreans to flee their country, often risking perilous journeys to Europe.

The group's objective is reportedly to overthrow the Eritrean government, employing violent tactics even within Germany, which has raised concerns among authorities.

The opposition against the Eritrean dictatorship in Germany is fragmented, with some members rejecting the violent tactics of Brigade N'Hamedu while others dispute the characterization of the group as a terrorist organization.

Eritrea is known for its oppressive regime, ruled by President Isaias Afewerki for over 30 years without democratic elections, leading to severe restrictions on civil rights and a lack of constitutional governance.

In response to rising tensions, over 200 federal and state police officers conducted raids on 19 properties across various German states, including two locations in Munich, as part of an investigation into the activities of the opposition group 'Brigade N'Hamedu'.

The Federal Prosecutor's Office stated that the purpose of these raids was to substantiate existing suspicions regarding the group's involvement in violent incidents, although no arrests were made during the operation.

The 'Brigade N'Hamedu' has been active since at least 2022 and is known for resorting to violence against events supported by the Eritrean government, with notable incidents resulting in injuries to police officers during festivals in Giessen.

The investigation includes allegations of founding and membership in a domestic terrorist organization, reflecting the serious nature of the group's activities.

Rita Drar, a lawyer representing one of the accused, emphasizes the need to clarify that opponents of the regime are acting against events that raise funds for the Eritrean government, calling the investigations concerning.